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Welder/Fabricator

Freedom Motors USA

Welder/Fabricator

Battle Creek, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    About Freedom Motors USA

    Freedom Motors USA serves the handicapped community by converting vans and SUV’s in to wheelchair accessible vehicles. Since 1987 we have been the industry leader and innovator.

    Freedom Motors USA is the original pioneer of the rear-entry conversion, and the first in the industry to convert a wheelchair accessible SUV. We provide unprecedented options for our clients in terms of choice and safety.

    Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

    Assumes responsibility for the welding part of the manufacturing process

    Follow all applicable in-house, industry, and regulatory health and safety guidelines

    Operate MIG welder and grinder.

    Operate a cut-off wheel, Sawzall, and MIG welder

    Trouble shoot issues as needed

    Ability to bend and shape pipes of various materials and sizes with precision

    Knowledge in pipe fitting and welding techniques

    Maintains and grows professional and technical knowledge

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Working knowledge of lean manufacturing practices

    Ability to communicate effectively via written and verbal methods

    Hands on welding experience, ideally in the automotive or manufacturing fields

    Understanding of functionality and mechanics of a vehicle’s rear suspension

    Knowledge of welding machine operation, regulating current, and voltage for the proper fusion of metals

    Must be proficient with analyzing and fabricating from drawings, schematics and sketches

    Mechanically inclined, understands vehicle mechanics and body work

    Must be organized and keep an orderly work area

    Ability to trouble shoot issues as needed, Pre-inspection of parts, ability to use hand and power tools, attention to quality with minimal errors

    Able to lift 50 pounds, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds

    Additional Benefits of being on the Freedom Team:

    A rewarding career, being a part of a strong team that creates innovative products that change the lives of our customers and their families.

    A schedule that supports a great work/life balance.

    A competitive compensation plan.

    Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental & vision

    Paid time off and paid holidays

    Life insurance and AD&D, critical illness & flexible spending accounts Short term and long term disability

    Employee assistance program, gym membership reimbursement & employee referral program

    401k retirement plan with up to 4% company match

    Our Employee wellness is important to us! Gym membership reimbursements up to $50 per month.

    Generous paid vacation time is earned from day one of employment.

    Team engagement events while at work on a regular basis.

    When you join Freedom Motors USA, you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career. You become part of the Freedom Family, a team of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and celebrate our community that is Freedom Motors USA!